Trail Running Calendar Utah 2026-2027

DC Peaks stages multiple trail ultramarathon distances in Utah in early October 2026, from a 100 mile race to 50 mile, 55K and 25K events. The 100 mile requires a recent 50 mile finish and entry fees vary by race.

A 241.8 mile ultramarathon around Moab, Utah that crosses desert, canyons, slickrock and two mountain ranges. The course totals 31,892 feet of ascent and descent, has a 112 hour cutoff and 15 aid stations including five sleep stations.

A trail half marathon in Dimple Dell canyon starting and finishing at Lone Peak Park, featuring a rolling course with mountain views, marked aid stations, post-race breakfast, finisher medals, free photos, and age division awards.

Trail races in Settlement Canyon, Tooele Utah offer Marathon, 23k and 10k courses across single-track, double-track and dirt road terrain. Aid is available only at the Start/Finish area and the event is USATF sanctioned.

A trail event in Sandy, Utah featuring a 5K plus 11 mile and 20 mile options, including an 11 mile loop with 4,100 feet of climb. Proceeds support a family in need and efforts to aid cancer patients and their families.

A new uphill trail ultra in southern Utah on October 10, 2026. Runners loop the "C" trail three times, gaining about 7,500 feet on 100% dirt and trail between roughly 6,000 and 8,200 feet.

A late-season trail running event on Antelope Island near the Great Salt Lake offering multiple distances and scenic desert ridgelines. The 2026 program adds a 75K to Frary Peak and a 10 mile singletrack loop around Bridger Bay.

Pony Express Trail Run in western Utah offers 100 mile and 50 mile races on a remote dirt road. The route has about 3,000 feet of elevation change and requires runners to have a support crew and map navigation.

Timed backyard ultra on a 4.167 mile loop along the Jordan River. Runners choose 4, 8, or 12 hour events where each loop is timed and placement uses loops completed and cumulative lap time.

A fall trail event in Moab offering distances from 15K to 100K on sandy washes and technical double track, with course maps, aid stations (cup-less), free base camp camping, and race-day packet pickup at the start area.

The Freaky 5K is a themed zombie apocalypse adventure in Midway, Utah. Participants are chased through a course with obstacles and atmospheric effects. Finishers earn a Survivor Medal, and part of the proceeds benefit Primary Children's Hos..

Fixed-time endurance runs on the paved loop at Liberty Park in Salt Lake City, with 3 hr, 6 hr, 12 hr individual and 12 hr relay options, on-course hydration, and cupless rules.

Experience a unique trail run among thousands of hoodoo rock formations in the heart of Utah. This event offers distances ranging from a 50K ultra to youth runs and gravel bike races through a protected desert landscape.

Test your endurance at this 12 hour vertical challenge in Provo Utah. Complete as many two mile laps as possible while tackling 1,000 feet of elevation gain and descent during every circuit.

Experience the canyons of Moab with a trail marathon or half marathon across rugged Utah terrain. This event hosts national championships and includes a t-shirt, finisher medal, and post-race food for all participants.

Run For The Vets in Richfield, UT on November 7, 2026 features a 1 Mile Kids Run, a 5K Fun Run/Walk, and a 10K Trail Run. Entry fees and a family discount apply; participants receive a shirt, bib, wrist band, and medal.

A trail ultramarathon in Moab on November 14, 2026 offering 15K, 30K, 50K, and 50 mile options across technical slickrock single track with views of Arches National Park and La Sal Mountains.

Run dressed as Santa for a festive holiday race at Gardner Village. Choose from a 5K, 10K, half marathon, or virtual event. The course features aid stations with seasonal treats like cookies and milk.

A self supported loop ultra on Mayor's Loop in St. George, featuring repeated 6 mile laps with a 90 minute cutoff, a kids 5.3 mile division, on course aid at St. James Park, campsite space at Crosby Family Confluence Park, and lap awards.

Arches Ultra in Moab, Utah on January 30, 2027 offers 9K, half marathon, 50K and 50 mile trail races along the border of Arches National Park with varied terrain, dinosaur track views, and cupless aid stations.